

The Sky's the Limit
DirectorEdward H. Griffith
“Here's a thrill, new and gay! It's a dance filled holiday!”
Flying Tiger Fred Atwell sneaks away from his famous squadron's personal appearance tour and goes incognito for several days of leave. He quickly falls for photographer Joan Manion, pursuing her in the guise of a carefree drifter.
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Trailer
The Sky's the Limit (Preview Clip)
Cast

Fred Astaire
Fred Atwell (Fred Burton)

Joan Leslie
Joan Manion

Robert Benchley
Philip 'Phil' Harriman

Robert Ryan
Reginald Fenton

Elizabeth Patterson
Mrs. Fisher

Marjorie Gateson
Canteen Hostess

Freddie Slack
Freddie Slack - Leader of His Orchestra

Bobby Barber
Canteen Waiter (uncredited)

Eric Blore
Jackson - Phil's Butler (uncredited)

Neil Hamilton
Navy Officer on Train (uncredited)

Olin Howland
Driver (uncredited)

Paul Hurst
Dock Foreman (uncredited)
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